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WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) is a one-of-a-kind, school-based father involvement, educational initiative of the National Center of Fathering. The organization has two goals: to provide positive male role models, and to provide extra sets of eyes and ears to enhance school security and reduce bullying.

Clark High School students visited the Great Barrier Reef, Yosemite National Park, and ancient Greece all without leaving their classrooms. The 450 students used virtual field trip simulation technology, called Google Expeditions, that is currently being piloted by Google across the country.

Students at Hector Garcia MS saw a need and literally took to the streets to fix the problem. As part of a Social Studies project, the safety-minded students worked with City Hall to get a sidewalk installed in front of their school. Click here to learn more about the project.

Did you know that pigs like marshmallows? It is one of the many fun facts that NISD fourth graders learn during “Ag in Action” held annually at O’Connor HS. The three-day event provides elementary school students with an opportunity to learn about agriculture first-hand through sight, sound, touch, and “smell.”

Teachers and staff at Ward ES are teaching students that there is a super hero inside all us, encouraging each child to find their own super power whether it be in spelling, math, or being nice to others. The super hero theme has spread throughout the school with decorations and classroom assignments. Click here to learn more about all the super heroes at Ward ES.

The NISD Special Education Program is hosting a Community Resource Fair for families of students with disabilities on Monday, Oct. 19 from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Northside Activity Center, 7001 Culebra Road.

Did you know that NISD’s library resources are available 24/7? NISD’s Overdrive Digital Library contains more than 11,300 digital resources such as ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and streaming video available any time of the day, from school or home.

Northside will hold its fourth annual Declaration of Respect Signing Day on Friday, October 9, with students and staff across the District signing certificates pledging to demonstrate respect for themselves and all others through their interactions at school.

One of the district’s newest ‘recruits’ comes from the United States Air Force. For the last 13 years, Craig Matta performed with the Band of the Liberty, Band of the Pacific, and most recently, the Band of the West here in San Antonio. He is now serving as the new music teacher at Adams Hill Elementary School.

NORTHSIDE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE. THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 1.30 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCEAND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $0.00.

“It is proven that when schools and families work together to support learning, children do better in school, stay in school, and like school more,” says Katie Reed, Board President. “There are many ways that you can encourage and support your child in school and this video highlights some of those ways.”

Last night, Trustees discussed and took action on several items: named two elementary schools; received a boundary proposal for Fields ES that will relieve Krueger, Scarborough, and Henderson elementary schools; approved designs for eight additional elementary school security lobbies; and signed a Declaration of Respect.

Northside ISD, Bexar County’s “Destination” School District, offers a wide range of course offerings, variety of extracurricular activities, highly-rated experienced teachers, and additional services to help all students be successful.

Ross Middle School in Northside ISD, along with Congressman Joaquin Castro, State Senator Jose Menendez, and State Representative Justin Rodriguez, will hold the 11th annual Health and Community Resource Fair on Saturday, Sept. 26.

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